Pletzen, Mountain summit in Seckau Tauern, Austria.
Pletzen is a mountain summit in the Lower Tauern range, standing at 2,345 meters high. The peak sits within the Seckau Tauern group and is reached by various marked hiking routes of varying difficulty.
The peak has been explored by regional mountaineers for generations and holds significance in the climbing history of the Lower Tauern range. Its location along key Alpine corridors made it an important waypoint in the development of mountain routes in the area.
Local mountaineers gather annually at Pletzen's summit to participate in traditional Alpine sports and celebrate mountain climbing achievements.
The route to the summit is well marked but requires sure-footedness and proper hiking shoes. Weather can change rapidly in the mountains, so it is wise to check conditions before setting out and start early in the day.
The peak offers clear views of neighboring mountains, including Gamskögel at 6.3 kilometers west-northwest and Geierhaupt 4.8 kilometers north-northeast.
GPS coordinates: 47.33296,14.61720
Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:01
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